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April 11, 2022

Rêve D Revox RWD steering gyro

Rêve D’s first RWD drift servo gyro, called Revox, is finally ready for release. It features a new ‘gyro curve setting’ function, which following repeated tests in various situations with many different drift specific servos, enables the user to change the initial curve value in 6 stages according to skill, track surface conditions, track layout and so on. The optimum setting is simply made by clicking the setup switch. The aluminum case has a lightweight and compact design taking up very little space in the car. A programming card can be used to set all of the gyro curve functions, endpoint function and reverse switching.

View another image of the Revox here

April 5, 2022

Reedy Zappers SG5 HV-LiPo batteries

Reedy’s new Zappers SG5 HV-LiPo batteries feature leading edge LiPo chemistry with advancements in cell manufacturing and battery construction that result in improvements in capacity, power output, internal resistance, and durability. Zappers SG5 HV-LiPo batteries feature a 3.8V/cell nominal voltage, which means that the battery can be safely charged to 4.35V/cell. It is not a secret that more voltage equals more power, so there is no easier way to increase power and top speed than a higher charge voltage. Even when the typical 8.40-8.44V (4.2-4.22V/cell) charging limit is enforced, Zappers SG5 batteries shine thanks to their inherently flat discharge curve, which results in higher voltage deeper into the race. Available in twelve configurations for a variety of on-road and off-road applications. A high quality, durable hard case helps prevent damage, while embedded socket connectors keep power-robbing resistance to a minimum. Male ESC connectors are included.

Source: Reedy [associatedelectrics.com]

March 31, 2022

Speedzone Evolution 2S LiHV shorty pack

Speedzone has released their latest Evolution 2S LiHV shorty pack. The 60000mAh 7.6V 130C shorty pack has 5mm bullet connectors, measures 96x47x25mm and weighs 215g. Many hours of testing went into the cell composition design, resulting in the pack’s ability to offer the same resistance and average voltage characteristics when running at either normal liPo peak voltage of 4.2v per cell or LiHV peak voltage of 4.35v per cell.

Source: Speedzone [speedzoneusa.com]

March 28, 2022

Intellect 2022 LiPo range

Intellect have released a large new range of LiPo’s to the table for 2022. Covid-19 meant there was no new range for 2021 so this is the first update in 2 years. The batteries are identified by having metallic green labelling and have improved power from 2020 specs along with several new shapes to suit a wide range of classes. BRCA/EFRA Legal for 2022 and beyond, all the batteries have a burst current of 120C and have LIHV technology.

View the complete list of new packs here

March 16, 2022

Ninja JX21-B06 LE Black engine

Mugen have introduced this limited edition black version of their popular Ninja JX21-B06 engine. Available in very limited quantities it is also available as a set that includes the Flash Point FP2500a muffler set. The output characteristics of the muffler offers better response across the entire range, with power in the medium-high speed range increased. As a further option you can also purchase the engine already run-in.

View an image of the complete set here

March 15, 2022

Avid 2S Charge lead cables

Avid have announced the release of their new 2S charge lead cables with XT60 to 4/5mm bullet connectors. Designed to be colour coordinated (e.g. red uses all red wires and sheath) for charging 2S battery packs through 12 gauge wire. Includes an XT60 plug on the charger end and gold-plated 4mm to 5mm bullets on the battery end to cover all battery types. Comes with the popular XH 3pin balance plug, which most trim one of the plastic alignment rails with an X-acto to plug right into the charger instead of the balance port. Or you can use the included XH 7pin if you don’t want to brave that. Balance leads are 2.5″ (63.5mm) longer than the charge leads so they can easily be plugged into any charger design.

View the different colour options here

March 14, 2022

Maclan Racing Graphene V4 Competition batteries

The Maclan Racing Graphene V4 Competition battery makes us of their latest 2022 chemistry. They are continuously evolving the batteries with the latest technology to improve capacity/weight ratio along with lower IR for better discharge performance. The new line up offers 1S, 2S, and 4S configurations with both shorty and stick sizes for different applications. There are also standard, LCG, and ULCG thickness options that offer better CG performance to the chassis and will provide more competitive performance for extreme racers.

Source: Maclan [maclan-racing.com]

March 11, 2022

Sunpadow adds 4 new additions to their Platin series

Sunpadow have released four new high-voltage (HV) LiPo batteries to their high-end Platin series. The new HV packs will further improve the competition-grade application coverage of Platin series products. The super-conductive material used in its formula can greatly reduce the common swelling phenomenon of model car batteries while improving the discharge performance. The four new products released include a 8200mAh stick, 6500mAh & 6100mAh stick ULCG and a 5500mAh shorty pack, which work in 1/10 ISTC Stock/Modified as well as electric offroad classes, etc.

Source: Sunpadow [sunpadow.com]